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Thursday, September 3, 2015

A Brief Summary...

I dislike beginning every blog post with an apology, but that seems to have been my habit as of late. An apology for not posting, an apology for staying away for so long, an apology to my lovely readers who have stood by me thru post or no post. As I think back, I was much happier and contented when I blogged everyday. I had a purpose, I shared my thoughts, I spoke my opinions, I talked about books I have read, movies I had seen, TV shows that were drawing my attention and even a product or two that I liked or not.

So in the spirit of once again trying to get back on track I will just highlight what has crossed my path the past month or so. First, I can't believe it is already September. YIKE The summer that I look so forward to is almost at an end, but the glories of Fall will begin soon. Second, I did have a good summer, nothing beats an eventful trip to Paris to brighten anyone's summer. Shortly after returning from Paris,I had a couple of blogging friends, Sarah from Paisley Rain Boots and Patti from My Happy Place spend a few days with me visiting places near and far and photographing everything in site. It's always so fun to be with like-minded people. And to top off that visit, Kim from Picking Poppies was in town visiting her family, I welcomed the 2 days spent with her. August ended with a quick visit with my sweeties' two sisters. It's been a round of sheet-changing, laughing, a glass or two or three of wine, eating out (since cooking is not my forte) but I think that is going to change.

This past week my oldest granddaughter moved in with me for an indefinite amount of time due to a personal issue, (we won't go into it, because it is personal). So that non-cooking may be altered in a big way. It is really nice to have another body in the house, altho I love my kids, they are not much for conversation. My granddaughter and I have always been close, so on a fortuitous level I love having her here with me.

I have spent a huge amount of time on the back porch, soaking up the warm days, watching the birds, reading, slipping in a nap or two. While there I have spotted....

And last night the evening light seemed just about perfect....

I have many photos from our trip into the city (Chicago) and to a famous cemetery where those that defined Chicago are buried. Too much for one post. Hope you have a good rest of the week and a Happy Labor Day. Thank you for stopping by and leaving a little love. I do so appreciate your faithfulness.

22 comments:

Your photos are fabulous! I was reared by my paternal grandmother and she was actually grandmother to my three children, I couldn't have possibly have had better parenting than that provided by her and my "Poppy." Your granddaughter is blessed and so are you!

HI Deanna now I hope you do not dissappear again. It is lovely to have you back with your glorious photographs. Yes, like another comment, I often wonder how you get so crisp photographs. Mine are NEVER like that. The lighting in these shots is super adn the last shot of the Bullrushes is stunning. it will be wondrful for you to have your rand daughter staying with you and I do think you should start cooking for her and in fact you could encourage her to make the odd meal, perhaps with your help if she needs that. It was lovely having blog friends to stay. I have neveer met another blogger as yet although I would love to met the many bloggers that I follow. Hope you have a lovely weekend.

What fun to meet up with blogging buddies and take pictures to your heart's content. I know you are thrilled that your grand daughter will be staying with you for a while. I can just image the two of you having all sorts of fun together. Glad you had a relaxing summer with a wonderful trip thrown in and now we are on to the next season. Where is the time going......

Wonderful to see your post. - You had quite the summer and it all sounded fun. How nice to have your granddaughter spending time living with you. Loved your beautiful photos here. That little chipmunk is so sweet looking and wow you caught a "hummer" sitting still, that is cool. Absolutely LOVED your Cattail photo.

Life sometimes gets in the way of best intentions. Your return, no matter the frequency, is always a highlight. Stunning pictures (must tell what lens you are using - just amazing clarity); and enjoy this time with your granddaughter (regardless of the circumstances). My mom (and my mother-in-law for that matter), but especially my mom had the most special relationship with Allyson from the word 'go'. I used to love eavesdropping from another room at the two of them giggling into the late evening like a couple of school girls.

I'm sort of shocked that summer is coming to an end too. I haven't mentioned it on my own blog yet, but we are moving...just down the road to the country, but a move none the less. Our summer has been pretty busy with preparations to downsize. We have been going through "treasures"...as time goes on I am keeping less. It's a good thing. How fun that you were able to meet some blog friends, perhaps we will meet sometime soon. Enjoy the company of your daughter, I hope that you will look back on this time as an unexpected blessing. Cooking every night would be my biggest challenge!

Lovely to catch up with you Deanna and see your incredible photos. How comforting that your grandaughter's change in circumstances has given you the opportunity to live together for a while. I am sure the two of you will get up to all sorts of mischief and have lots of fun! Have a wonderful week xx

I can just picture you there on your back porch :) I am thrilled to hear that your granddaughter has moved in with you, I think it will be awesome for both of you, to have voices and laughter in your house.

Beautiful photos, Deanna! I've missed reading your posts, so it was nice to stop by and see what you've been up to. That's wonderful that you and your granddaughter are going to be roomies…it will probably make life a little more fun and interesting :)

Oh Deanna, these images are divine! You have such a gift and I'm so glad you are back blogging so I can enjoy your posts! I too have been a little on and off with my posting this year due to person struggles (and 2 surgeries in the space if 5 weeks). You are so blessed to meet Kim. She is such a wonderful soul and one of my blogging friends that I would love to meet one day!